Frequently Asked Questions
What causes sensitive skin?
Sensitive skin can be caused by a weakened skin barrier, genetics, environmental factors, harsh cleansers, over-exfoliation, or certain skincare ingredients. When your skin barrier is compromised, it becomes more reactive to everyday irritants, often leading to redness, dryness, itching, or discomfort.
How can I strengthen my skin barrier?
Supporting your skin barrier starts with a gentle skincare routine. Choose products that cleanse without stripping moisture, moisturize regularly with nourishing plant-based ingredients, avoid harsh exfoliants, and protect your skin from excessive heat and environmental stress. Consistent hydration helps your skin maintain its natural protective barrier.
How often should I use body oil and body butter?
Yes—if it's made with thoughtfully selected ingredients. A rich body butter can help replenish moisture and support your skin barrier, which is especially important for sensitive skin. If you're sensitive to fragrance, choose an unscented or lightly scented formula and always perform a patch test before using any new skincare product.
Does DOSA use any irritating ingredients?
Our goal is to formulate products that are gentle, effective, and thoughtfully made with as few ingredients as possible.
At dŌSA, we use 10 or fewer intentional ingredients in most of our formulas and leave out unnecessary fillers like added water. Every ingredient is selected for a purpose—to nourish, moisturize, or support healthy-looking skin.
We also:
- Use plant-based butters and nourishing oils
- Formulate with IFRA-compliant fragrances for safety
- Are vegan and cruelty-free
- Avoid adding water or unnecessary fillers that dilute the formula
That said, no skincare product can guarantee it won't irritate every person. Everyone's skin is unique, and sensitivities or allergies can occur with both natural and synthetic ingredients.
If you have very sensitive skin or known allergies, we recommend:
- Reviewing the ingredient list before use.
- Performing a patch test on a small area of skin before applying the product more broadly.
- Choosing one of our Bare & Natural (unscented) products if you prefer a fragrance-free option.
Our philosophy is simple: fewer, thoughtfully chosen ingredients mean fewer opportunities for unnecessary additives—allowing every ingredient to serve a purpose.